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DSW Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, UK, focused on early-stage investments. Founded to fill the funding gap for regional startups, it manages investments on behalf of clients like British Business Investments and various family offices. The firm operates through regional offices across the UK and typically invests between £100,000 and over £1 million.
DSW Ventures invests in UK regional startups, primarily in the SaaS and consumer sectors. The firm provides funding from £100,000 to over £1 million into SEIS/EIS-qualifying businesses, emphasizing technology and knowledge-intensive companies with strong growth potential. Their investment strategy includes supporting companies from pre-revenue stages to those raising over £3 million at early Series A.
Submit your pitch through their form at dsw.vc or email keith@dsw.vc with your deck.
Yes, DSW Ventures often leads investment rounds, particularly in early-stage funding for regional startups.
The firm is open to follow-on investments, especially for companies demonstrating significant growth potential and traction.
While specific fund sizes are not disclosed, DSW Ventures typically invests between £100,000 and over £1 million in qualifying businesses.
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